Warwick Farm Racecourse first officially opened in 1889 as a track for thoroughbred horseracing. The Australian Turf Club both owns and operates the racecourse which hosts a variety of races throughout the year. Previously, Warwick Farm Racecourse was owned by the Australian Jockey Club but in 2011 the Australian Jockey club and the Sydney Turf Club merged to become the Australian Turf Club.